2022 ARE YOU READY? HURRICANE SEASON JUNE 1 - NOV. 30 - Miami DDA
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2022
C I T Y
HANDBOOK O F M I A M I
HURRICANE
A R E YO U R E A DY ?
HURRICANE SEASON
J U N E 1 - N O V. 3 0Hurricane Season begins June 1st and runs through November 30th. Hurricane
preparations should begin well in advance of a storm. Now is the time to
prepare. At the start of the hurricane season, your “Kit” should be complete
and include nonperishable supplies, and water. When a disaster occurs,
emergency supplies are crucial during the first 7 days immediately after as
essential infrastructure, communication and transportation systems may
be damaged. You and your family should be prepared and have adequate
supplies to last you at least 7 days. If you live in an evacuation zone, more
preparations are required to ensure you and your family can leave on time
and have a place to go. Persons with special needs that require specialized
medical equipment must pre-register in special evacuation centers. Pet-
friendly evacuation centers will be announced as needed or by calling 311.
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Plan now so that you know what to do in the
event of a storm.
Sign up for City of Miami Emergency Alerts TODAY:
Text ALERTMIAMI to 888777
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EFF O R E , D UR IN G, A N D A F TE R THE STORM.
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PREPARE
REPARE N OW !
WATC H E S + WA R N IN G S (Tropical Storm or Hurricane)
WATCH Conditions are POSSIBLE within a certain area.
Issued 48 hours in advance.
WARNING Conditions are EXPECTED within a certain area.
Issued 36 hours in advance.
SA F F I R - S I M P SO N HUR R IC A N E SCALE
CATEGORY WINDS DAMAGE
1 74-95 Some
2 96-110 Extensive
3 111-129 Devastating
4 130-156 Catastrophic
5 157+ CATASTROPHIC
C IT Y O F F I C I A LS
FRANCIS SUAREZ ALEX DÍAZ DE LA PORTILLA KEN RUSSELL
Mayor Commissioner, District 1 Commissioner, District 2
fsuarez@miamigov.com adiazdelaportilla@miamigov.com krussell@miamigov.com
305-250-5300 305-250-5430 305-250-5333
JOE CAROLLO MANOLO REYES CHRISTINE KING
Commissioner, District 3 Commissioner, District 4 Commissioner, District 5
jcarollo@miamigov.com mreyes@miamigov.com cking@miamigov.com
305-250-5380 305-250-5420 305-250-5390
1BE F OR E T HE STO R M
Sign up for local alerts and warnings – text ALERTMIAMI to 888777 today to
register. Monitor local news and weather reports. Prepare to evacuate by testing
your emergency communication plan, learning evacuation routes, having a place
to stay, and packing a “go bag.” Stock emergency supplies. Protect your property
by reviewing insurance policies and cataloguing belongings. Collect and safeguard
critical financial, medical, educational, and legal documents and records.
D U R ING T H E STO R M
Follow guidance from local authorities. If advised to evacuate, grab your “go
bag” and leave immediately. For protection from high winds, stay away from
windows and seek shelter on the lowest level in an interior room. Move to
higher ground if there is flooding or a flood warning. Never walk or drive on
flooded roads or through water of an undetermined depth. Call 911 if you are
in life-threatening danger.
AFT ER T H E STO R M
Return to the area only after authorities say it is safe to do so. Do not enter
damaged buildings until they are inspected by qualified professionals. Never
walk or drive on flooded roads or through floodwaters. Look out for downed
or unstable trees, poles, and power lines. Do not remove heavy debris by
yourself. Wear gloves and sturdy, thick-soled shoes to protect your hands and
feet. Do not drink tap water unless authorities say it is safe.
E M E R G E N C Y E VAC U AT I O N S
If the danger is significant, state or local government officials may issue an
evacuation notice. Evacuation orders are issued by zones or partial zones.
Find out if you live in an area that may be at risk for storm surge by using the
Storm Surge Planning Zone Finder at miamidade.gov/hurricane.
ALL MOBILE HOME RESIDENTS SHOULD EVACUATE REGARDLESS OF
THEIR STORM SURGE PLANNING ZONE.
Residents are encouraged to stay with family members or friends who live
inland in a non-evacuation area. Hurricane evacuation centers will open but
should only be considered as a shelter of last resort. To locate the nearest
evacuation center within 200 miles of your location, text the word SHELTER
followed by your zip code to 43362.
You can check your area evacuation status at miamidade.gov or by calling 311.
Stay tuned to local media for updates. Emergency bus pick-up sites will be
activated to provide transportation to and from the evacuation centers.
Pet-friendly Evacuation Centers (PFEC) are available for residents living
in evacuation areas, unsafe structures or mobile homes. Locations will be
announced prior to the storm’s arrival. Remember to assemble a kit for your
pet as well, that includes food, water, etc.
*Service animals are permitted at ALL evacuation centers.
2E MER G EN CY E VAC UATIO N
ASSISTAN C E P R O G R A M (E E AP )
The Emergency Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP) provides evacuation
assistance to those residents who live in an evacuation zone and that may require
specialized transportation assistance or whose medical needs prevent them from
evacuating on their own. Residents who are homebound or bedridden, unable to walk,
use specialized medical equipment and/or require assistance for daily living are eligible.
Residents who will require evacuation assistance should register for the EEAP prior to
an emergency to ensure help will be given when needed. Pre-registered residents will
receive priority during an emergency.
This program is specifically for individuals who live in their own homes or with their
families. Residents in nursing homes or assisted living facilities are not eligible for
this program as these facilities are required by law to develop an emergency plan
and make arrangements for their residents to evacuate to a similar facility.
To obtain an application call 311 or download the application by going to
www.miamidade.gov/hurricane and look under Evacuation Assistance page.
Applications are available in English, Spanish, Creole as well as alternate
formats such as Braille or large print.
If you need to evacuate to a shelter, it is important to bring a three-day supply
of the following items:
• Drinking water • Extra clothing
• Snacks • Cash (in case you are unable to
• Prescription and Emergency access any immediately after the
Medications hurricane)
• Bedding • Special items for family members
• Personal hygiene items who are elderly or disabled
• Infant and childcare items, such as • Comfort materials, such as books,
formula, diapers, toys, etc. magazines, etc.
*The shelter DOES NOT provide this for you
PROTOCOL FOR THE ACTIVATION OF EVACUATION
CENTERS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Once an evacuation center is opened, evacuees will be asked to follow the
guidelines set by the CDC and FDOH. Individuals entering the evacuation
center can expect to be screened for fever, cough and shortness of breath. If
you have these symptoms, you should inform evacuation center staff when
you arrive. Signage will be posted outlining the rules evacuees must follow.
EVACUEES MUST ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING EVACUATION CENTER
RULES DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
• You will be screened prior to entering the evacuation center and rescreened
during your time there. If you show signs of illness, you may be separated
into an isolation area away from other evacuees.
• Spend most of your time in your assigned spaces. When leaving your
assigned space, ensure social distancing by staying 6 feet away from others.
• Evacuees must wear a face covering. Wearing a face covering is not a
substitute for physical distancing.
• Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds or utilize hand sanitizer.
• Maintain social distancing of 6 feet while in common areas.
3DISASTER KIT
CHECKLIST ✓
Emergency supplies are critical should a disaster strike.
Use the suggestions below to check off items as you
include them. Plan to have a 7-day supply on hand.
❑ Bottled water (at least 1 gallon per person per day for 7 days)
❑ Non-perishable packaged or canned food (at least enough for 7 days)
❑ Manual can opener
❑ Paper plates, eating utensils, paper products
❑ First Aid Kit / Prescription Drugs
❑ Battery-powered radio
❑ Flashlight / Batteries
❑ Change of clothing
❑ Toiletries & hygiene products
❑ Contact lenses, eyeglasses, hearing aide
❑ Games, books, magazines, entertainment
❑ Bedding for small spaces
❑ Special items for infants, elderly or disabled family members
❑ Pet care items
❑ Important documents in a waterproof container or bag (insurance,
medical records, bank account numbers, social security card, etc.)
❑ Cash, in small bills
❑ Vehicle fuel tanks filled / Gas for home generator
❑ Telephones (Fully charged cell phone with extra battery)
❑ Garbage bags, insect repellent, soap, bleach
❑ Extra set of car keys
4BE F OR E
• Build or restock an emergency preparedness kit. Be sure to include key items
like a flashlight, batteries, cash and first aid supplies.
• Have drinking water ready for use.
• Be sure to keep your primary vehicle in good working condition and keep the
gas tank full. Stock it with emergency supplies and a fresh change of clothes.
• Plan how to communicate with family members if you lose power.
• Create an emergency communication plan.
L AST M I N U T E P R E PA R ATIO N S
• Turn off propane tanks and unplug small appliances.
• Fill the bathtub and other large containers with water to use for sanitary
purposes such as cleaning and flushing toilets.
• Secure or bring in items, such as outdoor furniture, garbage/recycling
containers that the wind can blow around.
• Secure your home, close storm shutters.
D U R ING
• Listen to a portable radio or TV for information and monitor City of Miami text alerts.
• If you’re instructed to turn off utilities, turn your refrigerator to its coldest
setting and keep the door closed.
• Stay indoors and away from windows and glass doors.
• Stay in a small interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level of your home.
• Be extremely cautious even if there is a “calm” in the storm. This could be the
eye of the storm, and winds will pick back up afterward. Stayed tuned for
Emergency Officials’ all clear.
AFT ER
• Continue to listen to the radio or TV for any updates.
• If you have evacuated, do not return until officials say it’s safe.
• Before re-entering your home, walk around the outside and check for downed
power lines, gas leaks or any sign of structural damage. If there is damage, take
pictures for insurance purposes.
• Keep away from downed power lines and report them to your local power
company.
• Avoid standing water.
• If power is lost, be sure to use a flashlight. Using candles can pose an unnecessary
fire risk.
• Never use a generator inside your home garage, shed or any enclosed area or
near a window. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up and remain for
hours – even after the generator is shut off.
• Have working smoke alarms & carbon monoxide detectors.
• Avoid drinking or preparing food with tap water until you know it is not
contaminated.
• Use extreme caution when using power tools to remove debris. Be careful using
power tools to cut branches that may be blocking the road, driveway, etc.
• Report price gouging.
• Be aware of scams.
For more tips and information please go to:
www.miamigov.com/hurricane
5DISTRICT
OFFICES
Allapattah Flagami
District #1 Office District #4 Office
1897 NW 20th St. 6030 SW 2nd St.
Miami, FL 33142 Miami, FL 33144
Tel: (305) 960-5128 Tel: (305) 960-2985
Curtis Park Little Haiti
District #1 Office District #5 Office
1901 NW 24th Ave. 6301 N.E. 2nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33125 Miami, FL 33138
Tel: (305) 569-3800 Tel: (305) 960-4660
Antonio Maceo Park Liberty City
District #1 Office District #5 Office
5135 NW 7th St. 1350 NW 50th St.
Miami, FL 33126 Miami, FL 33150
Tel: (305) 960-2890 (305)960-2990
Coconut Grove Overtown
District #2 Office District #5 Office
3255 Plaza Street 819 NW 2nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33133 Miami, FL 33136
Tel: (305) 960-4670 Tel: (305) 960-5133
Downtown-Brickell Wynwood/Edgewater
District #2 Office District #5 Office
444 SW 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33130 101 NW 34th St.
Tel: (305) 416-1744 Miami, FL 33127
Tel: (305) 960-2904
Little Havana
District #3 Office Upper Eastside
1300 SW 12th Ave. District #5 Office
Miami, FL 33129 6599 Biscayne Blvd.
Tel: (305) 960-4650 Miami, FL 33138
Tel: (305) 960-5118
Coral Way
District #4 Office
1415 SW 32nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33145
Tel: (305) 960-5131
6IM PO R TA N T P HO N E N UM B E R S
• Miami-Dade County Reporting Line: 311
• Police, Fire, and Medical Emergencies: 911
• Miami Dade County Emergency & Evacuation Assistance Program: (305) 513-7700
• FEMA: 800-621-FEMA (3362)
• Price Gouging Reporting Line: 1-866-966-7226
• American Red Cross of Greater Miami: (305) 644-1200
• Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
• Florida Department of Elder Affairs: 1-800-963-5337
To Report Power Outage or Downed Power Lines call FPL: 800-4-OUTAGE
(800-468-8243)
To receive the latest City of Miami Emergency Updates, including information
about Hurricane Preparedness, please text ALERTMIAMI to 888777 or you can
sign up by going online to the following webpage: https://member.everbridge.
net/892807736726799/login
The FREE Ready Miami-Dade mobile app has everything you need to be ready
for a storm. Get easy access to the official Hurricane Readiness Guide with
#HurricanePrep info. Download today!
iOS: http://bit.ly/ReadyMDCiOS • Android: http://bit.ly/ReadyMDCAndroid
SO C IAL M ED I A
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@CityofMiamiGov @MiamiFireRescue @MiamiPoliceDepartment
@CityofMiami @MiamiFireRescue @MPDPolice
@CityofMiami @CityofMiamiFireRescue @MiamiPD
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US EF U L W E B SITE S
• City of Miami: www.miamigov.com
• City of Miami Fire-Rescue: www.miamigov.com/hurricane
• Miami Dade County Government: www.miamidade.gov/hurricane
• Federal Emergency Management Agency: www.fema.gov
• U.S. Department of Homeland Security: www.ready.gov
• National Hurricane Service: www.nhc.noaa.gov
• National Weather Service: www.weather.gov/mfl
• Miami Dade County Public Schools: www.dadeschools.net
• Florida Power and Light: www.fpl.com
• Traffic Control: fl511.com
• American Red Cross of Florida: www.redcross.org/local/florida/south-florida
• Humane Society: www.humanesocietymiami.org
Link to the 2022 Hurricane Readiness Guide:
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